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New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza is happy that the team is embracing Juan Soto. Mendoza says Soto is fitting right in with other players in the team clubhouse. “I didn’t think [the adjustment] was going to be this quick, to be honest with you,” Mendoza said, per MLB.com. “I thought it was going to […]

New York Mets star Francisco Alvarez is getting some bad news. Alvarez is expected to miss six to eight weeks due to a hand injury, per MLB reporter Mark Feisand. The Mets catcher needs surgery. Alvarez has a hamate bone fracture. That affects his ability to throw and catch. Mets fans hope that the catcher […]

New York Mets fans can’t wait for the 2025 MLB season to begin. However, opposing pitchers may not be as excited about seeing New York’s Juan Soto-infused lineup. And with Pete Alonso deciding to spend a little more time in Queens by signing a two-year contract worth $54 million with the Mets in February, New […]

The New York Mets set their sights on acquiring All-Star right fielder Juan Soto this offseason. After landing the prized free agent, the Mets were in no rush to re-sign first baseman Pete Alonso. Still, the six-year veteran wanted to stay in New York. And two months after signing Soto, the Mets opted to bring […]

The New York Mets made the decision not to re-sign infielder Jose Iglesias, who was brought in by the San Diego Padres on a Minor League deal after the beginning of spring training. The Mets’ decision not to bring Iglesias back was a strategic one, as Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic explained in an appearance […]

The New York Mets are currently taking part in spring training as they prepare for the 2025 MLB season, which is slated to begin later this month. The Mets come into the year with legitimate championship aspirations after signing away Juan Soto from the crosstown rival New York Yankees in what ended up being the […]

The MLB offseason was headlined by Juan Soto signing a massive 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets, and Philadelphia Phillies star Bryce Harper said he was not surprised by that, pointing out that the more shocking aspect is what other players, like New York Yankees star Aaron Judge, make in comparison. “It’s […]

Former New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler is taking on a new role. Eppler is moving to a front office position with the Milwaukee Brewers, per SNY TV. Eppler is set to become a special advisor in scouting and baseball operations for Milwaukee. Eppler served as GM of the Mets from 2021 to 2023. […]

On Saturday, New York Mets pitching prospect Blade Tidwell had no idea he had made history when he walked off the mound. After striking out five of the six Tampa Bay Rays batters he faced, the 23-year-old right-hander was simply pleased with his performance. It wasn’t until he checked social media after the game that […]

There was much uncertainty if Pete Alonso would re-sign with the New York Mets. It also caught outfielder Brandon Nimmo’s attention as well. Throughout the offseason, Nimmo was making his input known to the front office, and Alonso himself. Luckily, the Mets and Alonso agreed on a two-year contract. Pairing the slugger with Juan Soto […]

Juan Soto shocked the baseball world by leaving the New York Yankees and signing a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract with the New York Mets. Mets fans erupted with excitement over the blockbuster deal, and his new teammate Pete Alonso is just as eager to welcome the Dominican slugger. In an interview with Foul Territory, […]

It is hard to believe that Francisco Lindor is about to enter his 11th MLB season. It does not feel that long ago that he was a rising star shortstop with the then-Cleveland Indians, doing his part to redefine the position by swinging a big bat that perfectly complemented his dependable glove. Despite Lindor’s bountiful […]

The New York Mets had a very eventful offseason. Their big splash was Juan Soto, who signed the richest contract in North American sports history. But fan favorite Pete Alonso was a free agent as well and the negotiations were grueling. Alonso spoke with Erik Kratz from Foul Territory about his free agency process and […]

The New York Mets are already quite thin in their starting pitching rotation following spring training injuries to both Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas, and now their infield depth is also becoming a concern. Second and third baseman Nick Madrigal, who signed with the team on a one-year contract at the end of January, will […]

The New York Mets have had a cavalcade of pitching injuries during spring training. Sean Manaea and Frankie Montas both signed deals to join the Amazins this winter and may miss Opening Day. With starting depth already a concern, they had to make a move for an extra arm. The Mets signed Jose Urena as […]

The New York Mets lost to the Miami Marlins in Wednesday’s spring training game but there was a far more important result. Paul Blackburn started the game for the Mets after dealing with a spine injury this offseason. He dominated his only inning, setting down the Marlins in order to start the game finally giving […]

The New York Mets spent the offseason reloading a team that came within two wins of the World Series in 2024. Juan Soto was the biggest signing — not just of the offseason, in Mets history — but the team also retooled its starting rotation. It’s not even March and the team has already experienced […]

The Chicago Cubs elected to sign veteran infielder Justin Turner after their pursuit of Alex Bregman in free agency proved unsuccessful. After making the move, the Cubs were forced to designate Alexander Canario for assignment in order to create space on the 40-man roster for Turner. The decision to DFA Canario could pay off for […]

The New York Mets have opened spring training with high expectations. Juan Soto’s first at-bat home run set the fanbase on fire and got baseball fans everywhere excited. But injuries have been a serious issue in Port St Lucie so far. The Mets are dealing with another significant injury, as Sean Manaea is expected to […]

The New York Mets started spring training with a bang. Juan Soto hit a homer in his first at-bat on Saturday, launching fans into a frenzy. But less than 24 hours later, Carlos Mendoza announced another spring training injury. Mets depth infield Nick Madrigal will undergo an MRI for a shoulder injury, according to the […]

Juan Soto announced his arrival to the New York Mets with a bang on Saturday in his first spring training game of the year. In his first at-bat, Soto clobbered his first home run with his new team, and in the ensuing celebration, the Mets new superstar outfielder revealed the hilarious gaffe he made in […]

The New York Mets have already made waves this offseason by signing Juan Soto to a historic contract, solidifying their position as serious contenders in the National League. However, there are still moves to be made if they want to maximize their potential before Opening Day. Two key transactions would put them in an even […]

Ever since the New York Mets acquired star Juan Soto, there have been massive expectations for the team since they added one of the best players in the majors. He’s made an impact early as Soto hit a home run in his Met debut which garnered the attention of manager Carlos Mendoza. The New York […]

New York Mets fans are expecting quite a bit from Juan Soto this upcoming MLB season. They want him to lead the franchise to their first National League pennant in a decade while simultaneously crushing The Bronx’s soul. That is a large amount of pressure to put on one man, but such is the downside […]

The New York Mets entered the 2025 season with high hopes, building a roster capable of competing for a World Series. The biggest splash, of course, was Juan Soto’s historic contract, signaling that the Mets are all-in. But pitching was always a concern, and now, with Frankie Montas sidelined for at least two months with […]

The New York Yankees made one of the biggest changes in franchise history on Friday by nixing their no-beard rule, right after Clay Holmes left to their cross-town rival in free agency. The New York Mets hurler didn’t expect the Bronx Bombers to announce the change at this time, via Newsday’s Tim Healey. “There’s always […]

The new kid in town, Juan Soto,  has worn No. 22 since his MLB debut with the Washington Nationals in 2018, and despite signing a historic $765 million deal with the New York Mets, there was one small hurdle—Brett Baty already had the number. Christmas came early in Port St. Lucie! 🎁🌴 Juan Soto gifted […]

After making major moves in the offseason, the New York Mets Mets look to return to the playoffs in 2025. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a New York Mets over/under win total prediction and pick. Last year, the Mets were 89-73 last year, making it to the playoffs for the second […]

The New York Mets received some good news with spring training set to begin soon. Star shortstop prospect Ronny Mauricio, who has been rehabbing an anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee for the last 15 months. Mauricio could be approaching his return, per Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. “It’s been a long time,” Mauricio said through his […]

With the Toronto Blue Jays and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. not coming to an agreement on a contract extension this offseason, there is much speculation about where he could end up playing in 2026 and beyond, and the New York Mets are a team that could be involved, with Pete Alonso likely opting out of his […]

The New York Mets have suffered their first spring training injury with starter Frankie Montas on the shelf. The free-agency acquisition has a history of injuries and will be shut down for 6-8 weeks. The Mets do not have the rotation depth to survive a long-term Montas injury. So where should they look for a […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has a problem with something within his organization. Cohen is not happy that the Mets weren’t able to attract large crowds throughout the 2024 campaign. New York was 18th in Major League Baseball in home attendance figures, per SNY TV. “I didn’t like it. That really bothered me,” Cohen […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen has never seen an MLB superstar that he didn’t want on his team, so with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. headed for free agency, it’s only natural to expect the Mets to pursue him. When the Toronto Blue Jays were unable to agree to an extension with their first baseman by […]

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen is giving praise to the Los Angeles Dodgers, following their 2024 season. The Dodgers won the World Series, and Cohen is truly impressed. "They've built a great business over there with revenues that are significantly above almost any other team and that gives them the ability to do things […]

The New York Mets’ starting rotation took a big blow with the lat injury to Frankie Montas, who is expected to be shut down for 6-to-8 weeks, and the team reportedly is still going to go with a six-man rotation. With Frankie Montas out, the Mets are going to lean on two of Paul Blackburn, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. were not able to agree on a contract extension before the slugger’s set deadline, and he will be hitting free agency next offseason, leaving many wondering if he will be traded at some point either this spring or in the summer before the trade […]

Once the New York Mets signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million contract in the offseason (can reach $805 million), they were guaranteed to enter the 2025 campaign with towering expectations. Even so, management and fans both recognized that the team was lacking protection in the middle of the lineup. The return of […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto this winter to their crosstown rivals in the New York Mets, and the superstar made it clear he believes his new ballclub is in a better position to compete for a title in 2025. However, Aaron Judge had some rebuttal to those comments. Judge firmly believes the Yankees […]

The New York Yankees are defending American League Champions but have a massive hole in their lineup. Juan Soto left for a record-setting contract with the New York Mets. His 41 home runs and 109 RBIs will be missed regardless of their offseason additions. Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe spoke about how much Soto will be […]